Guess how I was born by Susanne Gervay

Inspired by the birth by in vitro fertilization (IVF) of her own grandchild, Susanne Gervay brings a joyful story about birth and families.  Violet is having a dress-up party with all her friends and is having a great time, except when Charlie gets angry, and everyone gets something stuck on the trampoline! Tears and cuddles are part of every social encounter, and this story brings this to life while exploring the diverse ways children may come into the world, including IVF and adoption, as well as differing types of families, like same sex parents and families from different cultural backgrounds.  Children will recognise their own family situations brought to life in this book and identify with the things that happen at parties. The lively, colourful, cartoon-style characters create a fun atmosphere for this tricky concept and will provide a welcome resource for classrooms discussing family. 

Themes: In vitro fertilization, Families, Children, Parties.

Gabrielle Anderson